Description
1. Product Overview
Model Number: IC695ETM001-DEThis is a mass-produced and finalized industrial Ethernet communication module exclusively for PACSystems RX3i series, manufactured by Emerson Automation (formerly GE Fanuc General Electric). DE stands for the stable hardware revision. Its overall hardware architecture, underlying firmware, network protocols and port parameters are fully solidified with no universal alternative compatible models.Spare parts of the same model support direct plug-and-play replacement on the rack without PLC program modification, network parameter reconfiguration, field wiring or topology adjustment. It serves as a core network spare part for frequent maintenance in automation systems of power, chemical, metallurgical and water treatment industries.
Brand: EMERSON Automation (Formerly GE Fanuc General Electric)
System Compatibility
It is fully compatible with all PACSystems RX3i series PLC main control systems and mounted on the RX3i high-speed backplane bus. As the core Ethernet communication hub of the PLC system, it undertakes key functions including upper computer configuration, program download, remote monitoring, equipment networking and cross-station data interaction.Compliant with standard industrial Ethernet protocols, it can connect SCADA upper monitoring systems, HMI touch screens, servers, third-party intelligent devices and remote operation & maintenance terminals. Widely deployed in thermal power auxiliary control, chemical process DCS, metallurgical production lines, municipal water treatment and intelligent manufacturing automatic control systems. Emerson provides long-term supply with no End-of-Life discontinuation plan.
Core Product Definition
An industrial high-speed Ethernet communication processing module specially designed for RX3i PLC systems. It is responsible for full data interaction between the PLC and upper monitoring systems, field intelligent devices as well as remote terminals.It independently completes network protocol parsing, data sending & receiving, link monitoring and network fault diagnosis without occupying PLC CPU computing resources. It guarantees high-speed and stable transmission for program downloading, real-time monitoring, data uploading and remote maintenance, acting as the core networking and communication unit of RX3i PLC control systems.
2. Six Core Hardware Functional Units
1. Industrial Ethernet Protocol Parsing Unit
Equipped with a dedicated hardware processing chip for industrial Ethernet, it natively supports mainstream industrial network protocols including SRTP, Modbus TCP, TCP/IP and UDP. Network frame parsing, data packaging, verification and forwarding are executed on hardware level, handling communication tasks independently to fully release PLC CPU computing power.It supports high-speed real-time data interaction with ultra-low communication delay and extremely low packet loss rate, meeting strict network requirements for on-site real-time monitoring, closed-loop control and high-frequency data collection in industrial scenarios.
2. High-Speed Data Transmission & Networking Unit
Built with a standard 10/100M adaptive Ethernet port with automatic baud rate negotiation and auto-switch between full-duplex and half-duplex modes. It is compatible with various network devices such as industrial switches, fiber media converters, host computers and touch screens.Multiple terminals can connect online simultaneously to realize multi-host monitoring, multi-device data interaction and remote program reading & writing. It features flexible networking and strong compatibility for constructing network architectures of small, medium and large-scale automation systems.
3. Full-Link Network Fault Diagnosis Unit
Embedded with a complete network status monitoring mechanism to identify various network faults in real time, such as link disconnection, network timeout, IP address conflict, abnormal data frames, network congestion and offline terminals.Onboard LED indicators intuitively display module operation status, link connection, data transceiving and fault alarms. Abnormal network information can be uploaded to upper configuration software to accurately locate fault points and greatly reduce network troubleshooting and maintenance difficulty.
4. RX3i Backplane Bus High-Speed Interaction Unit
Specially adapted to the RX3i high-speed parallel backplane bus with hardware point-to-point independent addressing. Multiple modules mounted on the same rack will not generate data conflict or bus preemption interference.It enables high-speed bidirectional data forwarding between PLC internal register data and external Ethernet data, forming real-time closed-loop interaction of instruction issuing from upper programs and status feedback from field equipment, eliminating data stuttering, lag, frame loss and intermittent communication dropout.
5. Electrical Isolation & Anti-Interference Protection Unit
Galvanic isolation is adopted between the system backplane bus side and field Ethernet side to effectively isolate clutter from field network equipment, ground loop potential difference and power grid fluctuation interference. It prevents external network interference from intruding into the PLC main control system and causing crash, restart or program abnormality.The Ethernet port integrates EMI filtering, electrostatic protection and surge suppression circuits to resist electromagnetic radiation, electrostatic impact and instantaneous line surge on industrial sites, adapting to complex industrial environments with strong interference.
6. Industrial Wide-Temperature Passive Reinforced Operation Unit
Fanless fully passive hardware structure with no rotating mechanical or wearing parts, enabling stable and silent operation all the time.All original industrial wide-temperature components are adopted to withstand harsh cabinet conditions including sealed high temperature, cold start, dust accumulation and long-term low-frequency unit vibration. It supports 24/7 uninterrupted powered operation with extremely low hardware failure rate, fitting the unattended long-cycle maintenance mode of industrial sites.
3. Technical Specifications
(1) Basic Hardware Specifications
| Item | Technical Parameter |
|---|---|
| Full Model Number | IC695ETM001-DE |
| Device Type | RX3i Series 10/100M Industrial Ethernet Communication Module |
| Compatible System | Full series of Emerson PACSystems RX3i PLC Control Systems |
| Mounting Method | Snap-in embedded installation on standard RX3i rack backplane slot |
| Communication Interface | Standard RJ45 Ethernet Port |
| Transmission Rate | 10/100Mbps Auto-Adaptive |
| Communication Protocols | SRTP, Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, UDP Standard Industrial Protocols |
| Power Supply | Powered by RX3i rack backplane bus; no external auxiliary power required |
| Operating Modes | Program Download, Real-Time Monitoring, Remote Communication, Data Upload |
| Ingress Protection | IP20 (For indoor cabinet installation only) |
(2) Core Electrical & Communication Parameters
- Network Rate: Auto-negotiation between 10Mbps and 100Mbps; adaptive switching between full-duplex and half-duplex
- Protocol Compatibility: Native support for SRTP Secure Real-time Transport Protocol and Modbus TCP industrial Ethernet protocol; compatible with mainstream industrial upper configuration software
- Connection Feature: Supports simultaneous online connection of multiple clients; enables remote program upload & download, online monitoring and fault diagnosis
- Diagnosis Functions: Link status detection, IP conflict detection, abnormal network data statistics, full power-on self-test and communication fault alarm
- Isolation Protection: Galvanic isolation between backplane system side and field Ethernet side to eliminate signal crosstalk and ground loop interference
- Maintenance Feature: Qualified hot-swap replacement without damaging basic system logic for convenient maintenance
- Transmission Performance: Low latency and low packet loss to meet transmission demands of industrial real-time control and high-frequency data collection
(3) Environmental & Operating Condition Parameters
- Standard Operating Temperature: -20℃ ~ +60℃, industrial wide-temperature range
- Storage & Transportation Extreme Temperature: -40℃ ~ +85℃
- Relative Humidity: 5%～95%RH, no condensation or corrosive gas deposition
- Operation Mode: Supports 24/7 uninterrupted powered operation suitable for unattended working conditions
4. Product Advantages
High-Speed & Stable Industrial Ethernet Transmission10/100M adaptive high-speed network transmission with hardware-level protocol parsing delivers ultra-low data delay and stable transmission. It eliminates network stuttering and data refresh lag on industrial sites to guarantee real-time performance and accuracy of automatic control systems.
Multi-Protocol Compatibility for Full-Scenario Adaptation
Natively embedded with mainstream industrial protocols including SRTP and Modbus TCP, it seamlessly connects various upper configuration software, touch screens, servers and third-party intelligent devices with strong networking adaptability to meet communication demands of new-built and retrofitted industrial control projects.Independent Hardware Communication to Reduce CPU Load
A dedicated network processing chip handles all communication tasks independently without occupying PLC CPU resources, avoiding excessive CPU load, program lag and system crash caused by multi-device networking and high-frequency data interaction.Industrial-Grade Stability with Strong Isolation & Anti-Interference Performance
Multi-layer protection consisting of galvanic isolation, EMI filtering and electrostatic & surge suppression effectively resists inverter interference, high-voltage coupling, electrostatic impact and ground loop interference. It eliminates soft communication faults such as intermittent network disconnection, frequent offline status and data fluctuation, adapting to harsh industrial working conditions.Long Service Life with Maintenance-Free Passive Design
Fanless architecture free of mechanical wearing parts. Wide-temperature components withstand severe environments of temperature fluctuation, vibration and dust, resulting in extremely low failure rate during long-term operation and greatly reduced maintenance frequency and cost.Efficient Maintenance with On-Site Quick Replacement
Standard RX3i rack plug-in structure allows qualified hot-swap replacement. Identical spare parts can be directly replaced on site without program modification, IP reconfiguration or network topology reconstruction, minimizing equipment downtime for overhaul.5. Application Scenarios
1. Thermal Power Plant Auxiliary Equipment Automatic Control System
Widely applied in boiler auxiliary equipment, flue gas air system, water-steam system, flue gas desulfurization & denitrification and coal conveying sequence control systems of power plants. As the core PLC network communication module, it realizes data monitoring, parameter issuing, remote start/stop and fault uploading via upper SCADA systems to ensure stable network operation of power plant auxiliary control systems.
2. Chemical & Metallurgical Process DCS Control System
Suitable for automatic control scenarios of chemical reaction sections, rectification units, metallurgical rolling and sintering production lines. It undertakes data interaction between on-site PLC and upper monitoring stations, central control servers as well as local touch screens to realize remote process monitoring, parameter adjustment and fault tracing, ensuring stable continuous production.
3. Municipal Water Treatment & Environmental Protection Automatic Control System
Deployed in automatic control systems for tap water purification, sewage disposal, sludge treatment and environmental dust removal. It completes data uploading and remote control of water pumps, fans, dosing devices and online monitoring instruments, adapting to the demand for long-term continuous operation and all-weather monitoring of environmental protection equipment.
4. Intelligent Manufacturing & Automatic Production Line System
Applied in automatic assembly lines, intelligent equipment and warehousing & logistics control systems. It enables networked collaboration among multiple devices, real-time process data interaction, remote program debugging and equipment monitoring to improve automation and operational stability of production lines.
